Blended Finance for Agriculture: Exploring the Constraints and Possibilities of Combining Financial Instruments for Sustainable Transitions

This article examines the application of blended finance to promote sustainable agriculture, identifying both the constraints and possibilities in combining financial instruments for this purpose. It explores how public and philanthropic capital can effectively de-risk investments and attract private finance into critical areas like agroecology and smallholder farming, which are often overlooked. The paper discusses the need for tailored financial structures, supportive government policies, and robust impact metrics to overcome persistent barriers and successfully scale up investment, ultimately contributing to food security and environmental resilience in line with the SDGs.